However, those looking to take steps to boost the value of their home may want to consider carrying out DIY.

Richard Donnell, Hometrack's director of research, claims that although the headline results of the study can at face value indicate the beginning of a recovery, "the reality is quite different".

Meanwhile, Lloyds TSB Scotland recently revealed that average property values in the region fell by 1.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2009, compared to the 4.3 per cent decline seen between January and March.

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